Using Nature to Steer Teens Away From Violence
A violence prevention program in Sonoma County faces funding uncertainty as the community becomes safer. Here are the morning’s top stories on Monday, August 17, 2026. A significant El Niño will continue warming California coastal waters into fall and winter, and likely bring new marine visitors to Monterey Bay.
Regional: Napa Man Busted In Solano County On Suspicion Of Possession Csam
A Napa man was arrested this week on suspicion of being in possession of child sex abuse material, according to the Napa County Sheriff's Office. Robert Free, 63, is suspected of attempting to sexually exploit children online, according to the Solano County Sheriff's Office, where the case began. Detectives with the Na
Woman Gives $1 Million in ‘Life-Changing’ Bonuses to Teachers in Her School District
“I don’t think I’ve ever experienced such a beautiful gift from someone I don’t even know or haven’t taught their kid,” one teacher said
Parolee arrested after alleged forced entry into Santa Rosa home
A 36-year-old parolee and registered sex offender was arrested after allegedly forcing entry into a Santa Rosa home and preventing residents from leaving, police said Saturday. Santa Rosa Police Department officers were dispatched to a residence in the 2700 block of Mohawk Street at approximately 10:52 p.m. on Aug. 14.
Are mosquitoes, ticks and fleas turning California into a disease hotspot?
It feels like vector-borne diseases are popping up everywhere these days. Has something changed?
Petaluma: Pg&E Project Will Close Frates Road Starting Monday
Part of Frates Road in Petaluma will be closed beginning Monday as Pacific Gas and Electric Co. conducts a large maintenance project, police said. The road will be closed to through traffic from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday through Friday, between Lakeville Highway and Calle Ranchero Drive until Oct. 19, police said on soc
Santa Rosa Crowns Rescue Pug as Contest Winner
Santa Rosa, California – A rescue pug named Jinny Lu captured the top honor at the long-running World’s Ugliest Dog contest this year. Her story of survival after escaping the dog meat trade in South Korea adds a powerful layer to an event that has marked its 50th edition in the heart of Sonoma County. The post Santa
The Sonoma Valley Sun Cuts the Cord and Becomes an Independent Nonprofit
This month, the Sonoma Valley Sun became a fully independent nonprofit, a newspaper that belongs to the community it serves. For the past two years, we’ve operated under the generous umbrella of a nonprofit fiscal sponsor. Now, with the steadfast support of our local partners, we’re thrilled to venture out on our own.
Bob Taylor to Be Honored as Next “Celebrate Sonoma” Recipient
The City of Sonoma will recognize longtime community member Bob Taylor as the next recipient of the City’s Celebrate Sonoma recognition at the August 19 City Council meeting. A Sonoma Valley resident since 1978 and a proud Sonoma Valley High School Dragon, Bob has spent decades contributing his time,...
Reno dad reboots Geyserville as biggest little town in Bay Area
One couple slowly reinvented the California ag town over 23 years.
